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Queensland Triathlon Series - Race 6

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Raby Bay, Queensland, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Join the Pho3nix Queensland Triathlon Series for Race 6 at Raby Bay Harbour Park on the Redlands Coast, with racing scheduled for Sunday, 14 February 2027. As part...

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Gumbuya World Running Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Tynong North, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 2 km5 km10 km

Gumbuya World Running Festival is a community road-running event in Tynong North, Victoria, offering 2km, 5km and 10km distances. With options for different ages and abilities, the festival...

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SEQ Trail Running Series — Round 6: Wyaralong Dam

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Allenview, Queensland, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 8.9 km13.9 km Trail

Round 6 of the SEQ Trail Running Series takes runners to Wyaralong Dam at Allenview for a Sunday morning trail-running event on 14 February 2027. The race is...

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Sri Chinmoy Lake Swims

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Yarralumla Bay Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.5 km2.5 km5 km From $15.00 / entry

The annual Sri Chinmoy Lake Swims return to Yarralumla Bay in Canberra, offering swimmers a choice of three open-water distances: 500 metres, 2.5 kilometres and 5 kilometres. Each...

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Kedumba Half

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Blue Mountains, New South Wales, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 10 km21 km Trail

The Kedumba Half is a challenging trail running event held at Wentworth Falls in the Blue Mountains on Sunday, 14 February 2027. The event offers a 21km half-marathon...

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Pier to Perignon Swim

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Sorrento, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 4 km

The Pier to Perignon Swim is an annual open-water swimming event from Sorrento to Portsea on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. The 2027 swim is scheduled for Sunday, 14 February,...

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2026-27 Jackie Fairweather Memorial Triathlon — ACT Sprint Championships

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event Kids activities available

The Jackie Fairweather Memorial Triathlon returns to Black Mountain Peninsula in Canberra on Sunday, 14 February 2027, as the ACT Sprint Triathlon Championships. Held in memory of Jackie...

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Eastern Triathlon Series Race 3

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Maroubra, New South Wales, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Eastern Triathlon Series Race 3 is a low-cost, beginner-friendly triathlon held at Heffron Park in Maroubra on Sunday, 14 February 2027. The event is organised by BRATs Triathlon...

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Oceana North Bondi Swim Classic

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

North Bondi, New South Wales, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 1 km2 km From $48.27 / entry Kids activities available

The Oceana North Bondi Swim Classic is a popular Sydney ocean-swimming event held at North Bondi Beach, where Ben Buckler and the northern headland provide a naturally sheltered...

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Queensland Tri Series — Round 6, Raby Bay

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Cleveland, Queensland, Australia

Triathlon Race or organised distance event

Round 6 of the Queensland Tri Series takes place at Raby Bay Harbour Park on the Redlands Coast, Cleveland, on Sunday 14 February 2027. This public triathlon event...

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Pink & Blue Swim, Walk or Run

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

West Beach, South Australia, Australia

Swimming Challenge

Join the Pink & Blue Swim, Walk or Run at West Beach on Sunday, 14 February 2027, for a non-competitive community event supporting breast and prostate cancer research...

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Pink & Blue Swim

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

West Beach, South Australia, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 0.2 km0.5 km1 km

The Pink & Blue Swim, Walk, Run is a non-competitive community event held at West Beach on Sunday 14 February 2027. It raises awareness and funds for breast...

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Pier to Perignon

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Sorrento, Victoria, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 4 km

Pier to Perignon is a spectacular point-to-point ocean swim linking Sorrento Pier with Portsea Pier along the Mornington Peninsula coastline. Held on Sunday, 14 February 2027, the event...

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Four Brothers Walk - Gembrook - 14 Feb

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

Triangle Rd, Gembrook VIC 3783, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Social or recreational activity From $115.00 / entry

This walk explores the forests to the north east of Melbourne, which is not very far from your front door so come on out and explore some windy...

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Birdsland - Short Hike - 14 Feb

Not confirmed: family participation.

14 Feb 2027

A/, 3/271 Mt Morton Rd, Belgrave Heights VIC 3160, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Social or recreational activity From $89.00 / entry

Join us on this delightful exploration of one of Melbourne’s closer and easier walking areas. This hidden gem has great walking tracks, lovely views, a few hills and...

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Carnegie Caulfield CC — TriVelo Coaching Summer ITT (Round 4)

Not confirmed: family participation.

16 Feb 2027

Springvale, Victoria, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event 15 km ROAD

Round 4 of the TriVelo Coaching Summer ITT Series takes place at Sandown Raceway in Springvale, featuring a two-up team time trial format. Riders complete five anti-clockwise laps...

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Sunset Series - Princes Park

Not confirmed: family participation.

17 Feb 2027

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 4 km8 km From $45.00 / entry

Sunset Series – Princes Park is a summer evening running event held at Princes Park in Carlton North, Melbourne, on Wednesday, 17 February 2027. It is the second...

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Snowies MTB Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

18 Feb 2027 – 20 Feb 2027

Snowy Mountains, New South Wales, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event Trail MTB

The Snowies MTB Festival returns to the Snowy Mountains in February 2027 for a three-day mountain bike stage race set against one of Australia’s most striking alpine backdrops....

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Warburton Wellness Retreat - 19 Feb

Not confirmed: family participation.

19 Feb 2027 – 21 Feb 2027

3185 Warburton Hwy, Warburton VIC 3799, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 20 km

We'd love to have you join us on our Hiking and Wellness Retreat. A weekend of good food, hiking, Yoga, Pilates and new friends. The perfect opportunity to...

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Hut 2 Hut Trail Festival

Not confirmed: family participation.

19 Feb 2027 – 21 Feb 2027

Mount Buller, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 8 km10 km23 km48 km50 km Trail Kids activities available

Experience the inaugural Hut 2 Hut Trail Festival at Mount Buller from Friday 19 to Sunday 21 February 2027. Bringing runners, trekkers, supporters and the wider trail community...

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AusCycling MTB National Series — XCO Rounds 3–4, Canberra

Not confirmed: family participation.

19 Feb 2027 – 21 Feb 2027

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event MTB

The 2027 AusCycling MTB National Series returns to Canberra for a double-header weekend of elite cross-country mountain bike racing from Friday 19 to Sunday 21 February 2027. Rounds...

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The Lalas 23K

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027

Mount Buller Alpine Village, VIC, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 23 km

Join The Lalas 23K, a challenging trail run slightly longer than a half marathon, taking place as part of the Hut 2 Hut Trail Festival. This event features...

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Hut 2 Hut Festival Night Run

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027

Mount Buller Alpine Village, VIC, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 8 km

Discover the brand new **Night Run** at the Hut 2 Hut Trail Festival, taking place on Saturday, February 20, 2027.This thrilling 8km course explores fresh trails with some...

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The Furnace Backyard Ultra

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027

Dalby, QLD, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event

The Furnace Backyard Ultra kicks off on Saturday, February 20, 2027, in Dalby, QLD, Australia. This event brings the unique survival challenge of the Backyard Ultra format to...

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Rottnest Channel Swim

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027

Rottnest Island, Western Australia, Australia

Swimming Race or organised distance event 19.7 km

The Rottnest Channel Swim is a 19.7km open water swim from Cottesloe Beach to Rottnest Island, and it is widely regarded as one of the world’s major open...

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French Island Overnight Hike - 20 Feb

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027 – 21 Feb 2027

1 Stony Point Rd, Crib Point VIC 3919, Australia

Hiking/Bushwalking Race or organised distance event 21 km

French Island is in the heart of Westernport Bay, and offers tranquil surroundings and pristine flora and fauna. With next to no traffic, thousands of koalas and plenty...

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2027 AusCycling Observed Trials National Championships

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027 – 21 Feb 2027

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Cycling Tournament or competition

The 2027 AusCycling Observed Trials National Championships will be held at Mt Stromlo MTB Park in Canberra from Saturday 20 to Sunday 21 February 2027, hosted by Canberra...

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Run the Lighthouse

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027

Wilsons Promontory, Victoria, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 6 km21 km42 km50 km75 km Trail

Run the Lighthouse is a trail-running event starting at Tidal River in Wilsons Promontory National Park, Victoria. Held on Saturday, 20 February 2027, it offers five distance options:...

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Sri Chinmoy 100km Road Relays and Solo Run

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027 – 21 Feb 2027

Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Running Race or organised distance event 50 km100 km Road & paved paths From $95.00 / entry

The Sri Chinmoy 100km Road Relays and Solo Run is an overnight endurance event held around Canberra’s central lake parklands on Saturday 20 February 2027. The course follows...

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AusCycling BMX Racing National Series — Round 1 (2027)

Not confirmed: family participation.

20 Feb 2027

Elderslie, New South Wales, Australia

Cycling Race or organised distance event BMX

The 2027 AusCycling BMX Racing National Series begins at Macarthur BMX Club in Elderslie on Saturday, 20 February, bringing riders from across Australia together for the opening round...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best age for kids to start running in family events?

Most family events welcome kids ages 4-5 and up, with shorter distances for younger children. At ages 4-6, keep it fun and short (1-2km). Ages 7-10 can handle 3-5km. Teens can do adult distances. The key is making it enjoyable—focus on participation, not pace. Many events have staggered starts for different age groups.

How do I encourage my child to participate in events?

Make it fun: go for the party atmosphere, not the competition. Let them choose their own pace. Train together on short, enjoyable runs. Celebrate small wins during training. Find events with kids' activities or entertainment. Don't pressure them to 'race'—let them see other kids having fun. Many kids who hesitate initially become enthusiastic after one good event experience.

Can my family participate in a walking event together?

Yes. Many walking events are designed for families and welcome participants of all ages and fitness levels. Check the event details to see if there are distance options, age groups, or family categories.

What age should children be to participate in a fun run?

Most fun runs welcome families with children of all ages. Many events offer different distance options for kids (such as 1 km), families, and serious runners. Check the event details to see what's available and any age recommendations.

Can we register as a family team?

Many family fun runs allow team registration, but it varies by event. Some events let families register together as a group, while others require individual registrations. Check the event's registration page for team or family options.

How does fundraising work in charity events?

Charity events typically ask participants to secure sponsorships (donations) from friends and family based on their participation or performance. You register, then share a fundraising link with your network. Funds go directly to the charity.

Do I have to fundraise to participate in a charity event?

Requirements vary by event. Some events ask participants to set a fundraising target, while others allow you to participate with just a registration fee. Check the event details to see what's expected.

How do I search for events in my area?

Use the search filters on this page to find events by sport type (running, cycling, walking), location (search by suburb or postcode), and date (this weekend, this month, or a custom range). Virtual events can be found by checking the Virtual & Online filter.

Is there a cost to register for events?

Most events have registration fees ranging from free to a few dollars. Some events offer free early-bird registration or family discounts. The registration cost is shown on each event's listing.

Will the event be cancelled if the weather is bad?

Physical events may be postponed or modified due to severe weather, but this is rare. Check your event's terms and conditions or contact the organisers directly for their weather policy. Most virtual events proceed regardless of weather since participants choose their own locations.

Can I bring my kids to an event?

Many events welcome families and kids, but policies vary. Some events have dedicated kids' categories or distances, while others are family-friendly but require separate registrations. Check the event details to confirm it's suitable for families.

Are events accessible for people with different abilities?

Many events offer inclusive options like walking instead of running, different distance categories, or wheelchair-accessible routes. If you're getting started on your fitness journey, or if you have specific accessibility needs, contact the event organisers to discuss what accommodations are available.

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